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| Original Title | 散る日本 |
|---|---|
| Author | 坂口 安吾 |
| Genre | War & Social Literature |
| Author Type | Male Author |
| Summary | After a month detached from the chaos of post-war Tokyo, a weary writer seeks a vital spark in the high-stakes Meijin shogi match. He anticipates a brutal clash of "demons of contests," where absolute skill and unyielding spirit dictate destiny. But what unfolds is the agonizing, drawn-out fall of an undefeated champion. As the Meijin's authority crumbles on the board, the writer witnesses a profound unmasking—not just of a player, but of the very essence of power, sincerity, and the national character. His descent mirrors a nation grappling with its own defeat and the illusion of past glory. What raw, unvarnished truth lies beneath the surface of this historic collapse? |
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